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Home Designers & Architects in San Rafael, CA

Looking for a trustworthy maid service in San Rafael? We list 93 local home designers across San Rafael and nearby California, with ratings and direct phone numbers. Providers listed in San Rafael cover interior designers, architects and kitchen & bath designers. San Rafael sits in Marin County, California. Other California cities covered include Los Angeles, San Diego and San Ramon.

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1. Tilevera, Llc.dba Cletile Interior Designers

2143E Francisco Blvd E

2. Garage Solutions Kitchen & Bath Designers

625 Du Bois St Ste H

3. Design Plus Group Inc Architects

914 Mission Ave Ste 4a

4. Design Atelier Interior Designers

700 E St Ste 210

5. Green Light Architecture Architects

4040 Civic Center Dr Ste 200

6. Russell & Davis Architects Architects

181 Carlos Dr

7. Exclusive European Cabinets And Beyond Kitchen & Bath Designers

993 Francisco Blvd E

8. Wright Stewart Jones Design Studio, Inc Interior Designers

2915 Kerner Blvd

9. Julie Wright Interior Design Interior Designers

2915 Kerner Blvd

10. Building Solutions Integrated Design-build Architects

2171 Francisco Blvd E

11. Studio Snaidero Bay Area Interior Designers

530 Francisco Blvd W

12. Leap Interior Design, Llc Interior Designers

1553 4th St

13. Etopolos Design Interior Designers

1560 4th St

14. Sculptor Studio Architects

19 Lovell Ave

15. Kimberly Rider Interiors Interior Designers

526 3rd St Ste A

16. Design Atelier Hospitality Inc Interior Designers

900 5th Ave Ste 201

17. William Peters Landscape Arch Interior Designers

1005 A St Ste 403

18. Abey Arnold Associates Inc Architects

1005 A St Ste 305

19. Doma Architects, Inc Architects

1007 A St

20. Innes Design Interior Designers

1215 2nd St

21. John Mini Architects

711 D St

22. Christienne De Tournay Design Interior Designers

10 California Ave

23. Artistic Wine Cellars Interior Designers

4286 Redwood Hwy

24. Robert Federighi Design Architects

24 Mark Dr

25. Jfm Digital Imaging Interior Designers

122 Paul Dr

Home designers & architects in San Rafael, CA: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving San Rafael, CA in Marin County.

What home design costs in San Rafael

Home designers and architects in San Rafael typically charge a flat fee for a defined scope, an hourly rate (commonly $100-$250/hr) for consulting, or a percentage of construction cost (often 8-15%) for full-service projects. Ask for a written proposal that spells out deliverables, revisions, and who handles permits.

How to choose a home designer in San Rafael

  • Match the pro to the job — an architect for structural or complex work, a home designer for many remodels and additions.
  • Review a portfolio of built San Rafael-area projects in your style and budget, not just renderings.
  • Confirm licensing and who stamps the drawings, and whether they handle permits and inspections.
  • Pin down the fee structure up front — flat, hourly, or a percentage of construction cost.
  • Ask how many revisions are included and how changes are billed.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • Is your fee flat, hourly, or a percentage of construction cost?
  • Are you licensed, and who stamps the drawings?
  • Do you handle permits and inspections in San Rafael?
  • How many revisions are included?
  • Will you stay involved during construction?

Many San Rafael listings also handle new-home design, additions, remodels, and permit-ready construction drawings.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a home designer or architect cost in San Rafael?

San Rafael designers and architects charge a flat fee for a set scope, an hourly rate often around $100 to $250 an hour, or a percentage of construction cost, commonly 8 to 15 percent, for full-service projects. Ask for a written proposal.

Do I need an architect or a home designer?

For structural changes, additions, or complex builds you generally want a licensed architect. For many remodels and straightforward new homes a home designer can handle it for less. Ask who stamps the drawings.

Will the designer handle permits in San Rafael?

Many do, or they prepare permit-ready drawings and coordinate with the San Rafael building department. Confirm this up front, as it saves time and rejected submittals.

How long does home design take?

A concept can take a few weeks; full construction drawings for a custom home or major addition often run one to three months, plus permit review.

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